Take the Plunge Rafting the Rapids of Westwater Canyon

"A river is the cosiest of friends. You must love it and live with it before you can know it." — G.W. Curtis

Nestled deep in the narrow gorge of the Upper Colorado River and along the stunning sandstone cliffs of the Utah-Colorado state line, Westwater Canyon is one of the renowned spots for Moab River rafting. With its swirling pools and exciting rapids, this canyon provides the perfect water sports adventure for both thrill-seekers and first-time rafters.

Hailed as "The World's Best Short Whitewater Trip" by National Geographic Magazine, Westwater Canyon boasts of sceneries that never fail to wow vacationers and locals alike. Moab river rafting offers a stunning landscape of multi-colored sedimentary rocks surrounded by Precambrian rock, creating a mini version of the Grand Canyon. In addition to the scenery, the river plunges through about 10 class III-IV rapids, making for exciting whitewater rafting.

Have a Whitewater Experience near Moab

Westwater Canyon has become the ultimate Moab rafting destination. Colorado River & Trail Expeditions offers both one-day and two-day Westwater Canyon rafting expeditions on the Colorado River. The two-day expedition allows for more off-river hiking and a more leisurely river rafting trip.

Westwater Canyon Rafting Dates and Prices

Westwater Canyon Rafting Dates and Prices

Westwater Canyon Rafting Dates and Prices

Westwater Canyon

Colorado River

Meet in Green River, Utah
We provide complimentary ground transportation from our headquarters in Green River, Utah. Other transportation arrangements are possible. Please contact us for more information.

1-Day
Rowing

May 20, May 25, June 3, June 15, June 26, July 7, July 11, July 19, July 31, August 6, August 16

$195.00

2-Day
Rowing

May 20-21, May 25-26, June 3-4, June 15-16, June 26-27, July 7-8, July 11-12, July 19-20, July 31-August 1, August 6-7, August 16-17

$450.00

Westwater Canyon

Colorado River

Meet in Green River, Utah
We provide complimentary ground transportation from our headquarters in Green River, Utah. Other transportation arrangements are possible. Please contact us for more information.

1-Day
Rowing

May 18, May 23, June 1, June 13, June 23, July 5, July 9, July 29, Aug. 4, Aug. 14

$195.00

2-Day
Rowing

May 18-19, May 23-24, June 1-2, June 13-14, June 23-24, July 5-6, July 9-10,
July 29-30, Aug. 4-5, Aug. 14-15

$450.00

Westwater Canyon Rafting Trip Options

1-Day Westwater Canyon Rafting Trip

Our one-day Westwater Canyon rafting trip is great for experiencing the rollicking rapids of the Colorado River. Round trip transportation from the meeting place is included in the cost of the trip.

2-Day Westwater Canyon Rafting Trip

Our two-day Westwater Canyon rafting trip has it all. There are exciting rapids, superb scenery, and ample time to explore historic sites and natural wonders. Round trip transportation from the meeting place is included in the cost of the trip.

Click on an item to Learn About Rafting the Colorado River Through Westwater Canyon

To many people the off-river hiking is as spectacular as the river corridor itself. We specialize in off-river hiking on all of our river expeditions. We are certain you will see places on our expeditions most river travelers miss.

Upon arrival, each participant will be given a large water-proof bag for clothing and personal items. Another water-proof bag will contain your provided sleeping bag, foam Paco Pad, and a large plastic ground tarp. Our water-proof bags are 30 inches high and have a diameter of 14 inches.

Each participant will also receive an ammo can. It is always readily accesible during the day and is the best place to keep sunscreen, cameras, notebooks, etc.

Our sleep kit includes a fresly laundered sleeping bag. Our sleeping bags are made in the USA by Wiggy Inc. Wiggy also makes sleeping bags for the US Airforce.

We supply tents from Kelty & ALPS, but generally the night sky is so spectacular that most people want to sleep out under the stars.

We supply camp chairs on all of our rafting expeditions.

A handwash device is set-up at lunch and in camp. It is mandatory for guests to wash hands before meals and after using the bathroom.

One of our toilets is always enclosed by a roomy yellow tent. It allows privacy as well as a place to change your clothes.

Our specially designed toilet makes the fear of using camp toilets go away. It is the most sanitary and clean toilet ever to be used on an outdoor expedition. It has a fly proof lid and utilizes a special chemical along with specially designed plastic bags that allow it to be set-up clean everyday. It has the ability to hold solid waste as well as urine. Along with the toilet, Lysol and toilet paper are always located inside the tent.

Speak With A Westwater Canyon Rafting Expert

We've done our best to design a website that is informative and easy to use, but we realize you may still have some questions. If that's the case, please call our office and get the information you need right away. Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They have been on all of the river trips offered by our company and can speak to you from experience. You won't have to press a sequence of buttons, and there's even a good chance one of our owners will answer the phone directly and assist you.

Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. We also check for messages over the weekend. Call us at (800) 253-7328

We try to respond to email in a timely fashion, and so if it's more convenient for you to send us a note, just use this link: crate@crateinc.com.

Westwater Canyon River Trip Photos

The Best Short River Trip

Incredible Scenery Similar to the Grand Canyon

Westwater is a Great Whitewater Rafting Trip all Summer Long

Hiking Off-River in Westwater

Riverside Lunch

Plunging into one of Westwater's Rapids

Calm Water Between Rapids

The Metamorphic Rock in Westwater is some of the Oldest Rock in North America